Description
Crackers party sandwiches bring festive flavors to any gathering, creating delightful bite-sized morsels perfect for entertaining. Quick and easy preparation means guests will savor these delectable mini treats that promise to spark conversation and delight everyone’s palate.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box (about 30) buttery round crackers (like Ritz or Club crackers)
- 4 ounces (115 grams) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup (50 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
- Thinly sliced deli ham or turkey
Spread and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
Optional Toppings:
- Thin cucumber slices
- Sliced cherry tomatoes
- Chopped fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or chives)
- Crumbled bacon
Instructions
- Blend cream cheese, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and paprika in a mixing bowl until achieving a velvety, uniform consistency.
- Arrange crackers on a clean preparation surface, creating an organized layout for efficient assembly.
- Generously spread the prepared cheese mixture across each cracker, ensuring complete coverage and even distribution.
- Layer thin slices of ham or turkey directly onto the cheese-coated crackers, carefully overlapping edges for a neat presentation.
- Top the meat layer with crisp lettuce leaves, providing a fresh and crunchy texture contrast.
- Carefully place a second cracker on top of the lettuce, gently pressing down to create a compact mini sandwich.
- For enhanced flavor and visual appeal, optionally garnish the tops with a light sprinkle of paprika or finely chopped fresh herbs.
- Arrange the completed party sandwiches on a serving platter, positioning them attractively for guests to easily select and enjoy.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve, maintaining their freshness and structural integrity.
Notes
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar or pepper jack for a bolder flavor profile.
- Room temperature cream cheese blends more smoothly, so let it sit out for 15-20 minutes before mixing.
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for half the mayonnaise to reduce calories without losing creaminess.
- Add fresh chopped herbs like chives or dill to elevate the spread’s complexity and provide a bright, fresh undertone.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg